Autism Support Worker

Job description

Autism Support WorkerMilk Education is more than a supply partner — we're a community for educators. We're currently recruiting for an Autism Support Worker to join a specialist SEND provision in Westerhope, Newcastle, starting immediately on a term‐time basis.

This setting supports primary aged pupils with complex learning needs, including autism, speech and language difficulties, and physical or sensory impairments. The school is committed to inclusion, communication, and removing barriers to learning through tailored support and strong collaboration with families and external professionals.

You'll be joining a caring and inclusive environment where every pupil is supported to build confidence, independence, and reach their full potential. This role is ideal for someone passionate about making a meaningful impact in a specialist setting.

Responsibilities

Supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups, tailored to their individual needs

Assisting with personal care, including feeding, hygiene, and wellbeing support

Working alongside the class teacher to adapt lesson activities and resources

Promoting engagement and positive learning outcomes

Supporting behaviour management in line with school strategies

Building positive, trusting relationships to encourage communication and independence

Monitoring and recording pupil progress, behaviour, and wellbeing

Following all safeguarding procedures and school policies

Rewards

Competitive rates of pay with opportunities for permanent roles

Speedy registration process & fast‐track compliance

Flexible working patterns (term‐time hours: 08:30‐15:30, Monday‐Friday)

Culture‐matched placements in supportive school environments

Access to ongoing CPD and training through Milk Education

FREE lesson planning tools and classroom resources

FREE wellbeing support and access to community hub

School preparation guidance to help you feel confident from day one

24/7 support from your dedicated consultant

Requirements

Recent experience supporting children

Willingness to provide personal care

Calm, patient, and consistent approach

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Caring, flexible, and resilient attitude

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Newcastle upon Tyne

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English